Eureka, MO — City Data & Statistics

Median Income $108,947

45% higher than US avg

Home Value $352,200

25% higher than US avg

Violent Crime 66/100K

83% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 50.9%

51% higher than US avg

Median Rent $1,240

7% higher than US avg

Obesity Rate 28.4%

12% lower than US avg

Unemployment 2.0%

44% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 3.4%

73% lower than US avg

How Eureka Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population12,371

Median Age37.5 yrs

Density1,109/mi²

Male / Female53% / 47%

Largest GroupWhite 88%

Veterans5.4%

Economy

A+

Median Income$108,947

Per Capita$48,832

Unemployment2.0%

Poverty3.4%

Commute27 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$352,200

Rent$1,240

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$400,845

Housing Units4,472

Rent Burden26.5%

Crime

Violent66/100K

Property1,643/100K

Murder0.0/100K

Assault38/100K

Burglary76/100K

Health

Obesity28.4%

Uninsured6.1%

Smoking12.6%

Depression25.8%

Heart Disease4.5%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (15°C)

AQI41 (Good)

Rain45.6 in/yr

Sunny Days293/yr

Elevation472 ft (144 m)

Education

A+

Bachelor's+50.9%

High School+96.8%

Graduate+17.8%

School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%

Commute27 min

Broadband95.0%

EV Stations5

Is Eureka a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Eureka receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population. Eureka stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Eureka is $108,947, which is significantly higher than the national average — 45% above $75,149. This places Eureka among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.0%. Only 3.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Eureka is $352,200, 25% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,240 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Eureka is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 66 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,643 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

Eureka is a highly educated community — 50.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 96.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Eureka enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 45.6 inches, including 7.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Eureka has a population of 12,371 with a density of 1,109 people per square mile, spread across 11.2 square miles. The median age is 37.5 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 47.2% female and 52.8% male. The city is predominantly White (87.5%), with 1.5% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 96.3% of residents. 5.4% of the population are veterans. 8.3% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 98.5% have health insurance coverage.

Population

12,371

Total Population

1,109

People / sq mi

37.5yrs

Median Age

4% below US avg

11.2mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.8%

Female 47.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Eureka vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	96.3%
	23% above US avg
Spanish	3.7%
	72% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Eureka vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Eureka is $108,947, which is 45% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $48,832 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.4% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 90.8, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes. 17.7% of workers work from home.

Income: Eureka vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$108,947
	45% above US avg
Per Capita Income	$48,832

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	2.0%
	44% below US avg
Poverty Rate	3.4%
	73% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	27.2 min
Drive Alone	76.4%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	17.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Eureka is $352,200, 25% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $400,845, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 99.8% of their list price. Monthly rent averages $1,240 (7% above the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $775 for a one-bedroom to $970 for a two-bedroom apartment. There are 4,472 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1995. 26.5% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.2x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$352,200
	25% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$400,845
Median List Price	$439,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$439,500
$/Sq Ft	$199
Homes Sold	17
Sale-to-List Ratio	99.8%
Price Drops	19.4%
Inventory	31

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$1,240
	7% above US avg
Rent Burden	26.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$732
1 Bedroom	$775
2 Bedrooms	$970
3 Bedrooms	$1,265
4 Bedrooms	$1,457

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	81.1%
Housing Units	4,472
Median Year Built	1995

Property Tax

In Eureka, 28.4% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 7.7% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 4.5% of residents, below the national average. 28.6% have high blood pressure. 12.6% are current smokers. 20.7% report binge drinking. 20.5% are physically inactive, below the national average. 25.8% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 17.0% experience frequent mental distress. 6.1% of residents lack health insurance (below the 8.6% national rate).

Health Metrics: Eureka vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	28.4%
	12% below US avg
Diabetes	7.7%
Heart Disease	4.5%
High Blood Pressure	28.6%
Asthma	10.4%
COPD	5.1%
Cancer	7.6%
Stroke	2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	12.6%
	10% below US avg
Binge Drinking	20.7%
Physical Inactivity	20.5%
Depression	25.8%
Mental Distress	17.0%
Physical Distress	11.1%
Short Sleep	30.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	98.5%
Uninsured	6.1%
	29% below US avg
Checkup Rate	75.6%
Dental Visits	68.7%

Food & Exercise

Eureka has a violent crime rate of 66 per 100,000 residents, 83% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 38.0 per 100,000, robbery at 9.5, rape at 19.0. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 1,643 per 100,000, 16% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 1,481, burglary at 76, vehicle theft at 85 per 100,000 residents. Overall, Eureka receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Eureka vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent	66.5/100K
	83% below US avg
Murder	0.0/100K
	100% below US avg
Rape	19.0/100K
Robbery	9.5/100K
Assault	38.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property	1,642.8/100K
	16% below US avg
Burglary	76.0/100K
Theft	1,481.3/100K
Vehicle Theft	85.5/100K
Arson	0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

Eureka enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 293 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 45.6 inches. The area receives 7.6 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 472 feet.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)

Annual Average	58.2°F
	8% above US avg
January Average	38°F (3°C)
July Average	78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days	293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	45.6 inches
	20% above US avg
Snowfall	7.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	41.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	472 ft (144 m)
Area	11.2 sq mi (28.9 km²)
Population Density	1,109/sq mi
Coordinates	38.5026°N, 90.6279°W
Timezone	America/Chicago

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	38°F (3°C)	2.0 in	Driest
February	35°F (1°C)	2.1 in
March	45°F (7°C)	3.5 in
April	55°F (13°C)	3.7 in
May	65°F (18°C)	4.2 in	Wettest
June	73°F (23°C)	3.5 in
July	78°F (26°C)	3.7 in	Warmest
August	76°F (25°C)	3.2 in
September	69°F (20°C)	3.2 in
October	57°F (14°C)	2.9 in
November	45°F (7°C)	3.4 in
December	34°F (1°C)	2.9 in	Coldest

Eureka has a seasonal temperature swing of 44°F — from 34°F in December to 78°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 38.3 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.2") and January the driest (2.0").

50.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 51% above the national average of 33.7%. 96.8% have completed high school. 17.8% hold a graduate or professional degree (above the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.5 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 76.6% of the vote, a 54.2-point margin. 95.0% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 5 EV charging stations. 76.4% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.6%

D 22.4%

Winner: Republican by 54.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	50.9%
	51% above US avg
High School+	96.8%
Graduate Degree+	17.8%
School Test Score	5.51

A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density	1,109/sq mi
Total Area	11.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	95.0%
EV Charging Stations	5
Alt Fuel Stations	5

Safety & Disasters

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	27.2 min
Drive Alone	76.4%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	17.7%

Frequently Asked Questions About Eureka

What is the population of Eureka?

Eureka has a population of 12,371 residents and is located in Missouri. The population density is 1,109 people per square mile, spread across 11.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 37.5 years. The population is 47.2% female and 52.8% male.

Is Eureka expensive to live in?

Eureka is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 90.8 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $108,947, 45% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $352,200 (25% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,240 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Eureka safe?

Eureka is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 66 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,643 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Eureka receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Eureka?

Eureka enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 293 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 45.6 inches, with 7.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Eureka?

The job market in Eureka is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.0% — well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average commute time is 27 minutes, and 17.7% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Eureka?

The median home value in Eureka is $352,200. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $400,845. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,240. Fair market rent is $775 for a 1-bedroom and $970 for a 2-bedroom apartment.

How are the schools in Eureka?

Schools in Eureka score 5.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 50.9% of adults in Eureka hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 96.8% have completed high school. 17.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Eureka?

The obesity rate in Eureka is 28.4% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 12.6% of adults are smokers. 20.5% are physically inactive. 25.8% of residents report depression. 6.1% lack health insurance (below the national rate).

What is transportation like in Eureka?

The average commute in Eureka is 27 minutes. 76.4% of workers drive alone to work, and 17.7% work from home.

What are the demographics of Eureka?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Eureka is 87.5% White, 1.5% Hispanic or Latino. 96.3% of residents speak only English at home, while 3.7% speak Spanish. 5.4% of the population are military veterans. 8.3% of residents have a disability. 98.5% have health insurance coverage.

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